Harrington & Richardson Arms H&R M1 Garand .30-06 Semi-Auto Rifle 1955 C&R
SOLD FOR: $1,375.00
LSB#: LSB251220TO045
Make: Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Arms Company
Model: M1 Garand
Serial Number: 5621205
Year of Manufacture: Receiver circa 1955, Barrel Date 4-1955.
Caliber: .30-06 Springfield
Action Type: Semi Auto, En Bloc Clip Fed
Markings:
Receiver: “U.S. RIFLE / CAL. .30 M1 / H. & R. ARMS CO. / 5621205”
Trigger Group: “D28290-8-SA”
Hammer: “C46008-5 SA”
Safety: “MXR”
Follower: Unmarked
Receiver Leg: “6528291”.
Op Rod: “6535382 SA”
Bolt: “D28287-12SA S-B70”
Barrel: “HRA 6535448 4-55 RS50 M P” with a faint DOD cartouche.
The front of the gas plug is marked “HRA O”.
The right side of the rear sight adjustment knob is marked “DRC” with “LEFT” in two places with two counter clockwise arrows.
The elevation Knob is marked from 2-12 in increments of two and “HRA”.
The stock is marked with a very faint “P” acceptance stamp.
The bayonet is marked “AFH US” with a flaming bomb. The scabbard is marked “U.S. with a flaming bomb.
Barrel Length: 24″
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade set between two protective wings. The rear sight is a fully adjustable aperture sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The hardwood stock has a semi-pistol grip, metal nose cap, two sling loops, stacking loop, and a metal butt plate with hinged metal door for storage in the buttstock. The LOP measures 13 inches from the front of the trigger to the back of the butt plate. The wood has been sanded and refinished. There are no cracks. There are a few very small chips missing from just in front of the bottom metal. The wood shows a few very minor compressions and a few surface level lines. The butt plate has been refinished and the checkering shows some minor surface. The butt plate shows rub wear and pitting under the refinish. The door spring is strong. The storage compartment has the cleaning kit in it. Overall the stock set is in about Very Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Parkerized
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is Very bright and the rifling is well defined. There is no visible erosion/pitting in the grooves of the bore. Our gauges show a muzzle reading of 1+ and a throat erosion of about 3. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 96% of its finish. The barrel, cylinder and gas plug are all very clean. The friction surfaces of the bolt and receiver show some rub wear. The receiver and trigger group have turned green with age. The bottom of the cylinder lock has a scuff mark. The action is smooth. The op-rod shows some very faint surface rust freckling. The markings are clear and the screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle is in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all previously owned firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes a canvas sling, cleaning kit, and Bayonet.
Our Assessment: This M1 Garand was manufactured by Harrington & Richardson in 1955 and retains a correct HRA barrel dated April 1955. Harrington & Richardson was one of the companies contracted by the U.S. government during the early Cold War to continue Garand production after World War II, producing rifles from 1953 to 1956. These late-production rifles are well known for their excellent machining, consistent quality, and strong shooting characteristics.
The rifle includes a cleaning kit stored in the butt of the stock, a classic feature of the Garand that allowed soldiers to carry essential maintenance tools with the rifle in the field. Also included is a U.S. bayonet marked “AFH,” produced by American Fork and Hoe, a well-known wartime manufacturer of U.S. M1 bayonets. Adopted by the U.S. military in 1936, the M1 Garand became America’s primary infantry rifle through World War II and the Korean War, earning a legendary reputation for reliability and firepower. This 1955 H&R example represents one of the final chapters of U.S. Garand production, combining Cold War history with the enduring legacy of America’s most famous service rifle. To better understand this M1 please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.